Biomedical subjects

Barbara Bednar

Publications and source records attributed to Barbara Bednar.

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PubMed2003

State-mandated staffing ratios within ESRD: benefits and costs.

Currently at least five states regulate the ratio of licensed to unlicensed staff in dialysis clinics; ten states have required patient-to-staff ratios. In addition, nurse practice acts in at least 18 states strictly limit the practice of the patient care technician (PCT). State-mandated staffing ratios, coupled with restrictive nurse practice acts, may be impacting the delivery of care to renal patients. This article looks at the pros and cons of state-mandated staffing ratios within ESRD.

Costs and Cost Analysis↗

PubMed2002

Changing the operating structure in.

In the ongoing series published in Nephrology News & Issues entitled "Running on Empty," compelling information relative to the severity of the nursing shortage and possible duration has been presented. As the end-stage renal disease (ESRD) population continues to increase, the shortage of nephrology nurses will become a mounting problem. This article offers a potential redesign in the operating structure of many renal dialysis and transplant centers that will redefine the role of the registered dialysis nurse. Possible strategies for the successful recruitment and retention of nephrology nurses are also addressed.

Hemodialysis Units, Hospital↗